REVIEW: To be Un Poeta (2025, dir. Simón Mesa Soto)

A devastating character study of a washed-up Colombian poet who discovers a gifted teenage student, exploring the toxic dynamics of artistic mentorship, racial exploitation in the literary world, and the difference between dedication and self-destruction in the name of art.

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Slayer’s Angel of Death isn’t just edgy metal — it’s a case study in how aestheticizing fascism dangerously sanitizes history. Jeff Hanneman’s Nazi memorabilia collection proves it’s more than shock rock.
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Between History and Horror: The Ethical Abyss of Slayer’s ‘Angel of Death’

Don’t call Slayer fascists just because of “Angel of Death” (1986). Jeff Hanneman’s Nazi medal collection is proof enough. The band denies ties to national socialism, and that may be true for the o…

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When Art, Ethics, and Cows Collide: Unveiling 'Stroking Cattle, before...'

Canvas, charcoal, and a cow's gaze: A journey into the tangled web we weave. #ConnectedWorld #SustainableLiving #EndFactoryFarming #ArtAndEthics

In my latest artwork, 'Stroking Cattle, before...', I delve into the tapestry of human relationships with sentient beings. This piece, born out of a collaboration between human creativity and artificial intelligence, challenges us to activate our empathy and reconsider our choices.

The genesis of this series was a contemplation on the definition of "sentient beings" and how humans interact with them. How we treat pets compared to animals raised for consumption led me to experiment with Midjourney, a generative designer AI.

'Stroking Cattle, before...' is a plea to end factory farming. It is a call to recognize the sentience of the beings we share this planet with and to make choices that are more compassionate and sustainable.

As an artist, I believe in the power of art to catalyze change and I hope to contribute to a dialogue that leads to more ethical and sustainable practices in our relationship with sentient beings.

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